Dictionary of Literary Biography (Provided by the Texas State Library’s TEXSHARE program.)
Provides nearly 10,000 biographical and critical essays on the lives, works, and careers of influential literary figures from all eras and genres

Learning Express (formerly known as LearnATest.com)
Test preparation materials and interactive practice exams in the areas of academic, civil service, military, and professional licensing and certification exams. All users, including home access users, must choose either the New User or Returning User button. If you need assistance, please contact a reference librarian.

Scribner Writers (Provided by the Texas State Library’s TEXSHARE program.)
Access to 1,600 original and detailed bio-critical essays on the lives and works of important authors from around the world. Each entry averages 15-20 pages in length and includes a concise essay, hyperlinks for cross-referencing, a citation and biographical information that places the author’s work in personal and historical context

Twayne’s Author Series (Provided by the Texas State Library’s TEXSHARE program.)
Features the content of nearly 600 books that comprise three print series –United States Authors, English Authors and World Authors — each of which were carefully coordinated with input from librarians and educators to include authors universally studied in high schools and colleges.